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24 Quick And Easy Dinners Your Whole Family Will Love

From comforting mac 'n' cheese to simple one-pan meals.

No matter the time of year, finding time to cook a homemade dinner during busy weeknights can be difficult.

So we rounded up a bunch of quick and easy recipes — from creamy tomato soup to comforting baked spaghetti — that'll please everyone to help make your evenings a little more delicious and a little less stressful.

1. Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa

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After a quick 30-minute marinade (use that time to prep the avocado salsa and throw in a load of laundry), this salmon is grilled to perfection in a mere minutes. Depending on the weather, you can either grill it outdoors or cook on a griddle pan on the stovetop.

Recipe: Grilled Salmon with Avocado Salsa

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2. Taco Soup

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This quick and easy taco soup is made entirely in one pot in less than 30 minutes. Topped with cheese, avocado, and all the fixins, this simple dish makes the perfect weeknight dinner that'll please just about everyone.

Recipe: Taco Soup

3. One-Pot Chicken and Mushroom Pasta

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This easy chicken pasta comes together in one pot so you can spend more time chowing down and less time washing dishes. 

Recipe: One-Pot Chicken and Mushroom Pasta

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4. One-Pan Garlic Butter Salmon

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Garlic and butter? Say no more. Roast salmon and broccoli together on the same sheet pan for a complete hands-off meal with easy clean-up.

Recipe: One-Pan Garlic Butter Salmon

5. 20-Minute Beef and Broccoli Noodle Stir-Fry

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Liven up packaged ramen with classic beef and broccoli. You won't be able to get enough of the savory sauce!

Recipe: 20-Minute Beef and Broccoli Noodle Stir-Fry

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6. Easy Chicken Alfredo Penne

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When in doubt, make it a pasta night.

Recipe: Easy Chicken Alfredo Penne

7. Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry

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Super customizable: If you kids don't like mushrooms, leave 'em out. Or if they prefer green beans or asparagus bites, swap those in for broccoli.

Recipe: Chicken & Veggie Stir-Fry

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8. Slow Cooker Loaded Potato Soup

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This makes enough for six servings and reheats perfectly as leftovers.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Loaded Potato Soup

9. Slow Cooker Creamy Beef Stroganoff

FYI: You'll have to cook the noodles separately, so make sure to plan accordingly and get your water boiling as soon as you get home.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Creamy Beef Stroganoff

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10. Sheet Pan Honey Chili Chicken With Veggies

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This recipe uses a homemade chili sauce made with just five ingredients to glaze the chicken, but you can use your favorite bottled variety to save yourself some time.

Recipe: Sheet Pan Honey Chili Chicken With Veggies

11. Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders

Serve these crispy chicken tenders with roasted vegetables and your favorite dipping sauce for a fuss-free dinner that'll please everyone.

Recipe: Lemon Garlic Parmesan Chicken Tenders

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12. Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas

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One pan and one hour is all you need to make a crowd-pleasing dinner perfect for Taco Tuesday.

Recipe: Sheet Pan Steak Fajitas

13. Baked Spaghetti

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Feel free to assemble this pasta ahead of time and stash it in the fridge until you're ready to bake it. This way you can get a head start on the week and not have to worry as much about cooking.

Recipe: Baked Spaghetti

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14. Creamy Tomato Soup With Grilled Cheese "Croutons"

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Because grilled cheese and tomato soup is the ultimate after-school snack.

Recipe: Creamy Tomato Soup With Grilled Cheese "Croutons"

15. One-Pan Mini Meatloaves

This recipe cooks both the mashed potatoes and the meatloaves at the same time — and all on one sheet pan. It can't get much easier!

Recipe: One-Pan Mini Meatloaves

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16. Baked Chicken Taquitos

Feel free to assemble these taquitos and stash them in plastic baggies in the freezer to get a head start. When time to bake, just increase the baking time by a few minutes.

Recipe: Baked Chicken Taquitos

17. Italian Sloppy Joe Sub Sandwiches

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FYI: This recipe makes a lot of filling, so feel free to cut the recipe in half or save the leftovers and reheat throughout the week.

Recipe: Italian Sloppy Joe Sub Sandwiches

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18. Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese

Just throw everything into your slow cooker and walk away. No need to boil the pasta or make a separate sauce.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese

19. Tater Tot Casserole

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Casseroles are always a good idea — especially when they're loaded with veggies and covered in cheesy tater tots.

Recipe: Tater Tot Casserole

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20. Taco French Bread Pizza

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This French bread pizza comes together in less than 30 minutes and is totally customizable. Don't like olives? Leave 'em out! Love tomatoes? Use extra!

Recipe: Taco French Bread Pizza

21. Instant Pot Hamburger Helper

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A comfort food classic made in no time at all — all thanks to the Instant Pot!

Recipe: Instant Pot Hamburger Helper

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22. Creamy Chicken and Rice

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Feel free to use shredded store-bought rotisserie chicken in place of breasts to save yourself some time.

Recipe: Creamy Chicken and Rice

23. Sheet Pan Crispy Cheddar Pork Chops

Potatoes, brussels sprouts, and pork chops all cooked together on one pan. What could be easier?

Recipe: Sheet Pan Crispy Cheddar Pork Chops

24. Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

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Get this chili started in the morning and come home to a warm dinner ready to be enjoyed.

Recipe: Slow Cooker Turkey Chili

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